Drug
Metipranolol
Common brand names:
OptiPranololThis drug is from the beta-adrenergic blockers or “beta blockers” family of drugs, which are used to treat high blood pressure, angina, heart arrhythmia, tremors, alcohol withdrawal, glaucoma, and other conditions. They are also used to prevent migraine headaches, stage fright, and second heart attacks.
Summary of Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, & Foods
Explanation Required
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Metipranolol
Pleurisy Root
As pleurisy root and other plants in the Aesclepius genus contain cardiac glycosides, it is best to avoid use of pleurisy root with heart medications such as beta blockers.
Pleurisy RootMetipranolol- Newall CA, Anderson LA, Phillipson JD. Herbal Medicines: A Guide for Health-Care Professionals. London: Pharmaceutical Press, 1996, 213-4.
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